Springboro Junior High Newsletter

February 4, 2024

Calendar

• February 7- Scheduling Meetings @ HS for current 8th grade students (See info below)
• February 7- Group and Class Photo Day
• February 12- No School/Teacher In-service
• February 16- "Let's Glow Crazy" Dance 6:00-8:00
• February 19- No School/ Presidents Day
• February 21- Early Release, students dismissed at 1:20 p.m.
• March 7- Parent Teacher Conferences, 3:30-7:00 PM
• March 8- End of 3rd quarter
• March 20- Early Release, students dismissed at 1:20 p.m.
• March 25---April 1- Spring Break, No School

Springboro Schools 2023-2024 Academic School Calendar

District Event Calendar 23-24



Give us a follow @boro_sjhs on Instagram to see all the amazing things happening at SJHS this year!

SJHS PBIS Fundraiser (Feb. 6th)

We are partnering with Chipotle to raise funds for our Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports program which helps create a positive and supportive learning environment for all students. If you would like to participate, see the flyer below.

Scheduling for Current 7th Grade Students

On Thursday, February 1st, all 7th grade students received their Elective Scheduling Form for the 2024-2025 school year in Homeroom. These forms need to be completed, signed, and returned to their current Science teacher no later than Monday, February 12. That week, Mrs. Gross and Mrs. Gifford will be visiting Science classes to review Elective requests and assist students with entering in their choices online. Click HERE to visit the Springboro Junior High Scheduling Resources website. Please reach out directly to your student's Counselor if you have any questions.

Math Placement Letter for Current 8th Grade Students

Parents and students will be receiving an email regarding math placement for the upcoming 24/25 school year on February 5th.

Please be on the lookout for this information.

"Let's Glow Crazy"

SJHS Competition Cheer invites you to the "Let's Glow Crazy" Dance on Friday, February 16, from 6:00 - 8:00pm. Dance tickets are $5, and will be sold during lunch, February 13-16. Pizza, snacks, and drinks will be available for cash purchase at the dance.

Symphonic Choir Information for 24/25 School Year

Symphonic Choir is an auditioned choir for advanced choral

students who desire more in depth study of choral concepts

and classical repertoire. Emphasis is on vocal development,

musical reading skills, solo and group performance and

advanced ensemble singing. Participation in all concerts (fall,

winter, end of winter, and spring) is required. Participation in

Ohio Music Education Association (OMEA) District and State

contest is required. Symphonic Choir Members engage in

choreography and perform in competitions, such as OMEA

Contests, OMEA Conference, Kings Island, etc. These

competitions are required and may take place during the

weekends or after school. There is a fee for this course.

To find audition information please see:

Google Classroom Link: https://classroom.google.com/c/Mjg3NDk0NTEyNjcz?cjc=o6wzhkk

Please email Cclark@springboro.org with any questions.

Scheduling Meetings for Current 8th Grade Students

CCP Informational Presentation

The state of Ohio mandates that all school districts make College Credit Plus information available to students and parents each year. Important information, including updates and changes to the CCP program are outlined in this presentation. This year's CCP informational presentation will be held on Monday, January 29th, at 6:00pm, in the high school auditorium. It is imperative that you and your student attend the meeting and be familiar with all CCP policies and procedures. Important due dates, timelines, application processes, placement testing and information on registering for college classes will be covered. If you have questions regarding this meeting, please email Mr. Wilhite in the SHS counseling office at rwilhite@springboro.org

SHS 2024-2025 Scheduling Information

On February 7th, the High School Counseling Office will be hosting the following information sessions to discuss scheduling and course offerings for the 2024-2025 school year

• 6:00PM, there will be a presentation in the Auditorium for current 8th grade (incoming 9th grade) parents regarding scheduling Freshman classes. The SHS Counseling Office will be presenting this same information to current 8th grade students in classes at SJHS on Monday, February 5th. Mrs. Tucker will share the same information with 8th grade parents on February 7th. 

• 6:15-7:15PM, the High School academic departments will be holding a Department Fair in the SHS Commons to share valuable information with parents and students who are curious about class offerings at Springboro High School and the Warren County Career Center. 

• 7:00PM, SHS Counselors will be sharing scheduling information with parents for students currently in grades 9-11. This information will be shared with current SHS students on February 7th during the school day. 

PEACOC Contest

PEACOC is proud to announce a video contest for all students interested in participating. This contest is being held in celebration of Black History Month.  All details can be accessed through the attached flyers.

Calendar Change

At the December 13 meeting, the Board of Education approved one change to the 2023-2024 Academic Calendar.

Monday, April 8, 2024 will now be a Teacher/Staff In-Service Day. There will be no school for students (PreK-12) on Monday, April 8, 2024.

Yearbook Information

 Yearbook Snap is a great way to submit your photos for a chance to be included in the yearbook. The yearbook staff would like to include pictures of Springboro Sporting events, after-school clubs, and field trips. Photos taken in class will not be considered. You can click the website https://snap.yearbookforever.com/snap/index.html#/upload/1-23J-23867 or just download the free app to a cell phone. Password: Panthers2324

Springboro Junior High yearbooks for the 2023-24 school year are on sale now for $35. The price will increase after Winter Break! Link: yearbookforever.com  

Future Meetings will be held in the office conference room beginning @ 9:30. Please see the meeting dates below.

February 16, 2024

March 15, 2024

April 19, 2024

May 17, 2024

Check out our Facebook page, HERE, for more information

Parent Health Link

Click above to see updated student health information and gain access to district forms that will need to be completed for your student. Please review additional information regarding Emergency Medical Plans should this be necessary for your child. 

Parent Health Update 12/15/23

An Important Announcement From Our District Nurse Regarding Immunizations 

Please use the link below to access Mrs. Patterson's important message regarding 7th-grade immunizations.

7th Grade Immunization Update

Lunch Information

Lunch payments may be made online through PaySchools Central. Cash or check (payable to Springboro Junior High School) is also accepted. The standard price for a school lunch is $2.75.

Free/Reduced Meal Application

Families who believe they qualify for the Free/Reduced Meal program can fill out our online application for approval. Our online application is the fastest way to qualify for the Free/Reduced Meal program. Families have to fill out an application every school year for their student(s) to receive benefits.

Click Here to Fill Out Our Online Application for the Free/Reduced Meal Program

If you would prefer to fill out a paper application, please return a completed form to Kelsey Warren at Springboro High School (SHS) - 1675 S Main Street, Springboro, OH 45066.

If you are currently approved for the Free/Reduced Meal Program, you would have thirty (30) school days to submit a new application.

"Springboro Schools will now be using a cycle menu calendar that will be distributed throughout the school year. The menu you are receiving is for the remainder of this school year. Please check the district's online menu here for any last minute updates that may occur throughout the year, as a result of product outages."